Emergency Medical Response
A camper was hit by a basketball in the head during check-in. They are now feeling dizzy and nauseous. What is this a sign of?
Concussion
Where should you wear a first aid kit?
Everywhere.
How do you physically signal a Code RESIST?
Cross arms in an "X" and shout "RESIST."
What report must be used for anything more serious than a minor cut or scrape?
Accident Report.
How often should you count campers?
Every time you move locations/rooms.
After a bee sting, what emergency document should you check immediately?
Emergency binder for allergies.
When must an accident/incident/ouch report be completed?
Anytime first aid is administered.
When is the only time that you should use your whistle?
In the event of an Active Shooter
What should you do when a stranger is watching camp from afar?
Move camp, ask the stranger to leave or call a supervisor and PD. Fill out an incident report and inform parents of the incident if campers were aware.
What two things should each camper have on a field trip?
A buddy and a wristband
What should you place a broken tooth in to preserve it?
Milk (preferably whole milk).
What are three items found inside the first aid kit?
Who rides with the camper if they're transported by ambulance?
A staff member familiar with the camper.
Where are completed Accident and Incident Reports taken after completion?
To the Recreation Coordinator’s desk at Mahany Fitness Center.
Can a camper be picked up early from a field trip?
No. Campers can only be picked up from site once everyone has returned.
Who must sign the medication consent form for prescription medication?
Both the parent/guardian and the physician.
What is the first thing you do for first aid treatment for a camper who looks pale and clammy on a hot day?
Have the camper sit down and start cooling them off with ice packs under their armpits/back of neck. Offer the camper sips of water.
In the event of an active shooter on site, staff must do this.
Call out Code Active and blow your whistle. Immediately follow safety procedures.
A parent is yelling at a staff in front of other campers. What form would this require?
An incident report
Verify the current attendance in your group, so you know exactly who is missing and then ask the missing camper’s buddy when they noticed their buddy was missing.
What must you NOT do when treating a venomous snake bite?
Do not elevate the bitten extremity.
What must staff do each time they administer medication?
Record it accurately in a medication log.
You're disciplining a camper and they get upset, then run from staff towards the road. What should you do?
Immediately go after the camper and tell them to stop in a stern tone.
What documents must staff bring when meeting emergency medical personnel?
Accident Report and Emergency Authorization Form.
What is the procedure for ensuring campers are accounted for upon arrival at the field trip destination?
counting campers as they exit, checking the count, and ensuring no campers are left on the bus